Michele Caminati
Born in Parma in 1985 I grew up as a climber travelling around the world to fulfill my passion, being it competitions or outdoor climbing. During my career I've become Italian boulder champion, won the Italian bouldering cup and took part to many international events and competitions. But it's on rock where I spent most of my time, slowly evolving my passion from bouldering to wider aspects of rock climbing and mountaineering. Nowadays I've climbed up to 8b+ boulder, 8c sport and E8 7a trad.
Alongside my passion for climbing I discovered photography which has always been my faithful partner during my travels, and also a way to escape from ordinary routine.
My favorite genres are of course landscapes, time lapses and outdoor photography, but I also love to shoot events, architecture, streets and conceptual images in general. I like videography as well, always trying to think it in photographic terms.
I do love lenses: from modern to vintage my collection lets me choose the right glass to obtain the look I want from an image, and I thank my Sony cameras for letting me use all of them in my works.
As a climber I always tried to tell my story and my adventures to the others. Now I'm willing to use my knowledge and skills to keep telling stories, finding myself on the other side of the camera.
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Interview Michele Caminati
As mentioned in April's Peak Area Report, visiting Italian climber Michele Caminati, well known for his super hard bouldering ascents, enjoyed a two month visit to Peak District earlier this year, to try to put down some old projects and enjoy the unique gritstone...
Video Michele Caminati vs El Corazon
In this video from Clément Perotti we get to watch Michele Caminati battle his way up Daniel Woods' El Corazon, 8B, at Rocklands, SA.
Latest Reviews for Michele's Sponsors
Reviews from the UKC editorial team
E9 Clothing/Apparel Review
E9 have been around for a while, but due to a change in distributor are likely to become more visible in coming months. We take a timely look at a few products from across the range, as well as a better look at the brand itself, which makes all th...
Performance Rock Shoes - Women's/LV Fit
In this group test we compare nine pairs of performance shoes with a women's / low volume fit. How did they all do...?
Approach Shoes
Whether you're approaching a mountain crag or out on a scramble or via ferrata, an approach shoe will be lighter and more nimble than a boot, yet more supportive and technically capable than a running shoe. In this group test we check out ten models from big brands.
La Sportiva Kaptiva Trail Shoes
More than just a trail running shoe, the Kaptiva can cope with most of what the UK hills can throw at it, says Bridget Collier.
OutDoor 2019 - Best in Show
We're just back from the annual summer gear-fest that is the OutDoor trade show. Over three long days we saw a lot (and we mean a lot)...
Lightweight Sport Climbing Harnesses
For a dedicated sport climbing harness you will want something light, comfortable and fairly simple. In this group test...
La Sportiva Trango Tower Extreme GTX
With a lightweight upper and an excellent balance of support and nimble-footedness, the Trango Tower Extreme GTX are superb...
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E9 Clothing - 100% Made in Italy
E9 has always been based on "Made in Italy" production. The entire manufacturing process of our items is located in Italy, the 'country of style' par excellence. For E9, "Made in Italy" means selecting the best materials, combined with Italian cre...
Wild Country Revo - The first bi-directional belay device with a backup
The first bi-directional belay device with a backup. The Revo makes belaying simple, safe and more intuitive.
OutDoor 2019 - New Climbing Shoes and Footwear
We're just back from the annual summer gear-fest that is the OutDoor trade show. As Europe sweltered in the heat the world's outdoor industry gathered in Munich to network, drink beer and showcase their shiny new stuff. For us it's a great...
Wild Country Friends, Technical Friends and Trigger Wire Repair Kit
Wild Country, the original creator of the Friends, have continued to innovate and create...
La Sportiva Bushido II
The Bushido II is a super light, extra grippy and aggressive shoe designed to ensure perfect stability and support on all types of...
Wild Country Passive Protection Range
Wild Country is one of the original creators of passive protections with its Classic Rocks. Continuing to innovate...
ISPO 2019 - New Footwear and Packs
The annual ISPO trade show, which brings the world's outdoor industry together under one roof (or a series of gigantic...